Flexible Subcom Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world? 

Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities. 

The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns. 

We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career. 

Position Overview 

Employees must have a substantial background and strong working knowledge of electrical systems and controls. They must also have knowledge of electronic and mechanical systems and the ability to work in a small, high-performance team environment. The role also requires assisting with fabrication and welding of various items. Employees are required to follow instructions, work independently, lead others when needed, and perform tasks safely with a sense of urgency, self-motivation, and strong work ethic. Employees must be able to travel and work at remote locations. Individuals should have a basic understanding of, and ability to use, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook email. Candidates must have, or be able to obtain, a passport, security clearance, forklift operator’s license, CAT III Crane Operator certification, and rigger certification.

Responsibilities 

• Conduct field and depot level repairs on various types of cable handling machinery.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting, PM maintenance, and fabrication activities, along with other related work assignments as designated by the Depot Machinery Repair Facilities Manager or Machinery Repair Facility Supervisors. Oversee the activities of junior technicians as required.
• Perform administrative support activities, including computer-based training, database recordkeeping, report writing, and other IT-related tasks.
• Perform equipment repairs aboard vessels in port and while underway, locally or abroad, depending on the vessel’s location.

Qualifications

• Possess a strong working knowledge of electrical systems and controls, as well as mechanical, electro-hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC-based machinery systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant electrical work experience or completion of an electrical apprenticeship.
• Military experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge and understanding of electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge and experience in welding, cutting, grinding, fabrication, and painting are a plus.
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul miscellaneous machinery, including cable haulers, winches, transporters, hydraulic power units, trolley hoists, and other machinery.
• Operate sandblasting and paint booth equipment.
• Assist with the physical and mechanical loading and unloading of cable containers.
• Maintain required supplies and repair parts.
• Operate forklifts and CAT III cranes, and rig equipment for lifting as required.

• Use Microsoft programs to maintain machinery history, quality assurance records, miscellaneous drawings, and technical documentation.
• Approximately 20% travel

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. 

Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. 

Our selection procedure is based on local, state and federal law.

Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume. 

BENEFITS 

SubCom offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Additionally, some positions may be eligible for shift differential. 

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY 

SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation. 

SubCom engineers, manufactures, and installs subsea fiber optic data cables - the unsung heroes of global communication. With an unrelenting focus on quality, reliability, and value, SubCom offers flexible end-to-end building blocks for the high-tech networks that are the backbone of the world's digital infrastructure. While the company's origins date back to the mid-19th century, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 25 times since its entry into the communications industry in 1955.

SUBCOM’S CORE VALUES 

Quality   -   Accountability   -   Teamwork   -   Innovation